2001 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1980 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1980 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Rex |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1930 mm |
